The Worst Manhwa I've Ever Read

Summary

In this video, the reviewer critiques the manga *The Night King Who Returned with a God*, calling it one of the worst they’ve encountered. The review highlights issues with the art, including accusations of AI involvement and similarities to other works. The protagonist is criticized for being overpowered and morally bankrupt, with actions like massacring innocents and enslaving others. The storytelling is called unoriginal and emotionally hollow, making it hard for readers to invest in the narrative. The reviewer also teases a future video on a highly recommended fantasy manga, promising a much better experience.

Takeaways

• 😀 The reviewer initially set out to talk about a different manga but shifted focus to *The Night King Who Returned With A God* after being disappointed by it.
• 😡 The reviewer criticizes the first chapter of the manhwa, describing it as the worst manga they've read, citing frustration with its presentation and story.
• 🎨 The art style of the manhwa is called out for looking 'AI-generated,' with accusations of tracing from *Mushoku Tensei*.
• 🤖 The studio behind the manga admitted to using AI for finishing touches on the art, which the reviewer finds questionable, especially for the first chapter.
• 📉 The art was considered lazy, with a direct copy of a panel from *Mushoku Tensei*, including a blatant copy-paste of Groot.
• 📚 The story starts with an overpowered protagonist who fights wars, becomes a king, and eventually fights for 200 years against demons, which the reviewer finds unengaging.
• 🧟‍♂️ The protagonist's actions are described as 'genocidal,' with him killing billions of monsters, but the reviewer feels no emotional impact from the story.
• 🤔 The reviewer criticizes the lack of character development, especially in the protagonist, who is morally reprehensible without any remorse or introspection.
• 😈 The protagonist is portrayed as a war criminal who casually mentions killing innocents and using slaves as human shields, making him unrelatable and unsympathetic.
• ⚖️ The reviewer compares the protagonist to morally complex characters like Aaron Yeager and Dwight from *The Walking Dead*, noting that those characters at least feel guilt for their actions, unlike this protagonist.

Q & A

What is the main issue the reviewer has with 'The Night King Who Returned With a God'?

The reviewer’s main issue is with the manga's lack of engaging story, a morally bankrupt protagonist, and the overuse of AI in the art, leading to a lack of authenticity and emotional investment.

How does the reviewer feel about the protagonist of the manga?

The reviewer dislikes the protagonist, calling him morally repulsive due to his extreme actions, such as committing genocide without remorse and using slaves as human shields. The protagonist is also criticized for being overpowered and lacking character development.

What does the reviewer think about the art style of the manga?

The reviewer is highly critical of the art, especially after it was revealed that AI was used in the process. The art is described as looking AI-generated, and accusations of tracing scenes from *Mushoku Tensei* were mentioned.

What is the reviewer’s opinion on the use of AI in the manga’s art?

The reviewer acknowledges that AI was used for finishing touches, but they view this as a negative aspect, especially when it leads to a lack of originality and authenticity in the artwork.

How does the reviewer compare 'The Night King Who Returned With a God' to other manga or media?

The reviewer compares the manga negatively to works like *Solo Leveling* and *Goblin Slayer*, pointing out that it fails to develop a morally complex protagonist, unlike these examples that handle moral ambiguity much better.

What is the reviewer’s reaction to the first chapter of the manga?

The reviewer struggled to finish the first chapter, finding it boring and poorly structured. They felt that it crammed too much content into too little space, making it hard to engage with the story.

Why does the reviewer think the protagonist is morally repulsive?

The reviewer finds the protagonist morally repulsive because he kills countless innocents, including women and children, without remorse and uses slaves as human shields during battle, which the reviewer views as inhumane and disgusting.

What does the reviewer think about the plot structure of the manga?

The reviewer believes the plot is poorly paced and rushed. The story is described as a slideshow of the protagonist’s life events, with no real emotional depth or investment in the characters, which makes it difficult for readers to care.

Does the reviewer believe the manga has any redeeming qualities?

No, the reviewer doesn’t find any redeeming qualities in the manga. They criticize its lack of depth, overpowered protagonist, rushed storytelling, and problematic moral framework.

What alternative manga does the reviewer plan to discuss in the next video?

The reviewer hints at discussing an underrated fantasy manga in their next video, which they suggest could be their number one manga of the year, offering a much more enjoyable experience than 'The Night King Who Returned With a God.'